David Burns, a 19-year-old male, was tragically shot and killed on January 16, 2020, in Charlotte, North Carolina. The incident occurred around midnight on Holland Avenue, where David was found inside a vehicle with fatal gunshot wounds. Two other individuals were also shot during the incident but survived after receiving medical treatment.
The investigation led to the arrest of two suspects: 18-year-old William Avoki and a 17-year-old female. Both were charged with the murder of David Burns. William Avoki faced additional charges, including two counts of assault with a deadly weapon with the intent to kill inflicting serious injury, two counts of discharging a firearm into occupied property causing serious injury, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. The 17-year-old female was also charged with murder.
The case drew significant attention due to the involvement of multiple victims and the swift apprehension of the suspects. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Violent Criminal Apprehension Team played a crucial role in locating and arresting the suspects without incident. The investigation revealed that the shooting took place near the Druid Hills Neighborhood Park, and a horse caretaker at a nearby stable heard the gunshots and called for help.
The community was deeply affected by the loss of David Burns, and the case highlighted the ongoing issue of gun violence in the area. The legal proceedings against the suspects continued as the authorities gathered more evidence and testimonies to ensure justice for David and his family.
